It was a weekend when a number of results did not go the way the tipsters expected. Both of last year's Grand Finalists copped a sever pounding. And some other strugglers came out and did their colours proud. Which of these is the most significant? Were any of these just flashes in the pan, or a sign of a changing of the guard? Personally, I expect the Ports and Sandies to come back next week better and stronger, but ......... Personally I hope the Bullants are not a flash in the pan. They have one of the youngest lists imaginable, as even their AFL types are just kids. However, the apparently played a style of footy that warmed the coaches heart and looked influenced by the hard nosed Pagan style now coming out in Carlton.
Dolphin Mon, 4 Apr 2005 - 19:08
The significant thing here is that one of last years grand finalists will be 0 from 2 next week. Who would have thought.
footyman Mon, 4 Apr 2005 - 21:03
Tough to say, although to see the margin in the Bendigo v Coburg match that was some concern.
banger Tue, 5 Apr 2005 - 10:50

Not a bad win by Springvale.They finished on the bottom of the ladder and they came out and beat Tasmania who almost got into a grandfinal in 2004.Perehaps the surprise of the round
Syko_DJ Wed, 6 Apr 2005 - 13:43
Thought that Box Hill were very good, took players off and tried youngsters in positions to see what they have. Game margin of 20 points wasn't a true reflection of the gap between the 2 teams. Willi are in a bit of trouble, mainly as I suspect the input from the Collingwood players will be less than usual due to injuries. Springvale are much improved on last year, expect them to feature in the finals this year.